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Consider these elements when choosing where to sit at the theater.

This Is the Best Place to Sit in a Movie Theater

There is a seat in every movie theater that will give you an optimal viewing experience, and it's not necessarily in the dead-center row.

If you don't have a plunger on hand, try one of these methods.

No Plunger, No Problem: 5 Ways to Unclog a Toilet Without a Plunger

Clogged toilet and no plunger in sight? Don’t panic—here are five troubleshooting methods using household items.

The 10 Best (and Worst) Cities for Buying a Used Car

Sticker shock isn't always a given. Check out 10 cities where you might wind up paying less than the national average for a used car.

Use these tips to conquer your TBR pile.

7 Tips for How to Read Faster (and Still Understand What You Read)

Slogging through dense passages can be time-consuming, mentally exhausting, and hard on your eyes. Speed up the process—without sacrificing comprehension—with these tricks.

With these security solutions, you can gain more peace of mind around your home.

5 of the Best Home Security Products, According to the Experts

From Ring video doorbells to full home systems, these are the best home security products out now that pros recommend.

Facebook and Instagram app icons on phone screen.

How to Stop Instagram Photos From Automatically Posting to Facebook

Your Facebook friends don’t need to see every Story and Reel you share to Instagram.

If you're curious about how many books you'll be able to read this year, take this test.

This Test Will Tell You How Many Books You Can Read in a Year

The average person in the U.S. reads about 12 books per year—but that number won't help you if you read at a different pace than the average American.

Before You Agree to a Friendly ‘Favor’ Via Email, Beware This Phishing Scheme

A request for a gift card from a friend may not be from a friend at all.

A Flight Attendant Explains the Clever Reason You Should Put One Shoe in Your Hotel Safe

It could be the sole reason you avoid hassle on your next trip.

10 Foods That Never (or Almost Never) Expire

Stocking up on chow for a potential emergency? If want food that will last for the long haul, reach for one of these endurance champs.

“And so then he said, ‘Let's go to McDonald’s,’ and I was like ...”

The 10 Worst Places to Go on a First Date, According to Daters

Going to a funeral is bad, but apparently not as bad as going to McDonald’s.

What’s the Safest Seat on an Airplane?

The safest seat on a plane is also probably your least favorite one.

When to snip, and when to put your scissors away.

Why Some Pockets on Your Jackets Are Sewn Shut (and How to Tell If You Should Cut Them Open)

Nix those unnecessary stitches.

Here's How Much 20 Common Appliances Add to Your Electric Bill Each Month

It may be time to unplug a few things.

The 10 Most Hackable IKEA Furniture Items

For builders who think outside the flat pack box, here are the most hackable furniture items from IKEA.

There are several reasons a car won’t start.

12 Common Reasons Your Car Won’t Start

Before you slam your head or hands on the wheel, take a look at these common reasons for an inoperable car and what you might be able to do about them.

Pay close attention to your vegetable peeler.

There’s a Secret Tool on Your Vegetable Peeler That Makes Prepping Potatoes a Lot Easier

If you’re looking for an easier way to remove the eyes from potatoes, you may already have the tool for the job at home.

Thanks to Good Housekeeping, you never have to wonder how often to clean everything in your house.

Here's How Often You Should Clean Everything In Your House

Learn what tasks you should be doing every day, and what you can leave until next month.

Great kitchen gadgets don't have to take up a ton of space.

18 Space-Saving Gadgets and Organizers That Are Perfect for Small Kitchens

Reclaim precious counter space with these space-saving kitchen gadgets from Smeg, Cuisinart, and other top brands.

You’re Probably Forgetting to Clean the Grossest Part of Your Refrigerator

Your refrigerator’s drip pan is hidden out of sight, but that doesn’t mean you should neglect it.

Consult the USPS's handy service standards map to make sure your loved one's birthday card gets there on time.

How to Figure Out When Your Letter Will Arrive

If you stick your rent check in the mail on June 27, will it reach your landlord across town before the end of the month? There’s a handy map to tell you.

Instead of keeping you awake, your phone might actually help you sleep.

Trouble Sleeping? Your iPhone Has a White Noise Feature You Probably Didn’t Know About

Instead of staying up doom-scrolling, let your smartphone lull you to sleep.

Science Has Figured Out the Most Germ-Ridden Spot in Your Kitchen, and It’s Going to Gross You Out

Sinks and countertops get all the bad press, but the most bacteria are actually lurking somewhere else.

Flight delayed or canceled? Here's what to do.

12 Things To Do When Your Flight's Canceled or Delayed

The next time you're stranded at an airport because of a flight delay or cancellation, follow these expert tips—and have a better chance at maintaining your sanity.

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